Mild Cheddar Export Blocks from Germany
Mild young Cheddar blocks for export, aged 3-6 months with creamy texture from pasteurized milk. HTS 0406.90.08.90 applies for quota entry under note 18, distinguishing from sharper aged varieties.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Even mild Cheddar needs note 18 license; provide moisture/fat specs per standards
• Avoid bulk packing mistaken for 0402 powders
• Track 'other countries' 100,000 kg any-country quota